el tonto
silly · dumb
Persona que no entiende las cosas fácilmente o que actúa sin pensar.
The word "tonto" in Spanish means "fool" or "silly." It is often used to describe someone who acts without thinking or someone who lacks intelligence. It can be used in a lighthearted or teasing way among friends, but it can also be insulting depending on the context. In feminine form, it is "tonta."
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Examples
El perro no es tonto.adjective
The dog is not silly.
El gato parece tonto jugando con el hilo.adjective
The cat looks silly playing with the thread.
El perro es un poco tonto.adjective
The dog is a bit silly.
Mi hijo no es tonto.adjective
My son is not dumb.
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